Which of the statements given below is are correct in regard to Jute considered as the golden fibre ...........

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Which of the statements given below is/are correct in regard to Jute, considered as the golden fibre of India?

1. Jute cultivation requires a warm and humid climate with acidic to neutral soils.

2. Jute grows well on the new alluvial soils having higher silt content.

3. Jute cultivation is mainly concentrated in the eastern and north eastern India.

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Explanation:

Jute is considered as the golden fibre of India. It is the commercially available natural fibre which is utilized mostly as packaging material, nowadays facing a steep competition from cheap synthetics in packaging sector. Besides the traditional packaging sector, jute has been used in both textile and non-textile sectors in large and small industries.
Jute is eco-friendly, biodegradable and has much higher CO2 assimilation rate which is creating an opportunity for the survival and growth of jute industry in the era of environmental concern. Global production of jute and allied fibres is around 3.0 million tonnes, 92.5% of which comes from India and Bangladesh alone. India ranks first in area and production of jute followed by Bangladesh and earns approximately Rs. 1400 crores/annum through export of jute goods mainly Jute diversified products (JDPs).